What’s Your Library Worth?

How much money do you save each month by using the library?

A new study, produced by the Colorado-based Library Research Service, reports that 63% of Douglas County Libraries patrons say they would spend at least $20 (per library visit) to find the information and items they need elsewhere.

Find out how much Douglas County Libraries stretches your tax dollars here. The online tool looks at your specific, personal library use, so that you can gauge the value of your public library in your own life.

The report also finds that for every $1 Douglas County Libraries receives in taxes, the library district returns at least $5.02 back to the community.